Senior Plumbing/Fire Suppression Engineer

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee assista

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking a Senior Plumbing/Fire Suppression Engineer in Philadelphia, PA to design and document plumbing and fire suppression systems for healthcare, life sciences, academia, industry, and corporate projects.

The role includes mentoring junior staff, ensuring code compliance, and coordination with other disciplines while delivering high-quality design and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred).
• A minimum of 15 years of design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)
• Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) accreditation (preferred)
• ASSE 6060 Medical Gas design accreditation (preferred)
• Experience with Healthcare and Life Sciences projects (preferred)
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office
• Familiarity with plumbing codes, NFPA standards, and healthcare design guidelines
• Strong work ethic, excellent written and oral communication, and time-management skills
• Interpersonal and organizational skills, and ability to balance personal and professional life

Responsibilities

• Design plumbing systems including medical/laboratory piping and gases
• Develop system design calculations and equipment selection for building applications
• Conduct code compliance research and ensure regulatory adherence
• Coordinate work with other engineering disciplines
• Perform site surveys to document existing conditions
• Provide construction administration services

Skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

PE license

CPD accreditation

ASSE 6060 Medical Gas accreditation

Experience with Healthcare and Life Sciences projects

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Senior Plumbing/Fire Suppression Engineer

Job Category: Design

Requisition Number: SENIO003698

• Posted: July 23, 2026
• Full‑Time
• On‑site

Locations

Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA

Description

This role focuses on design, evaluation, and documentation of plumbing and fire suppression systems across diverse sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, academia, industry, and corporate commercial projects. The Senior Engineer will also oversee and mentor junior staff, ensuring high‑quality design and compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design plumbing systems including medical/laboratory piping and gases
• Develop system design calculations and equipment selection for building applications
• Conduct code compliance research and ensure regulatory adherence
• Coordinate work with other engineering disciplines
• Perform site surveys to document existing conditions
• Provide construction administration services

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred)
• A minimum of 15 years of design experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)
• Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) accreditation (preferred)
• ASSE 6060 Medical Gas design accreditation (preferred)
• Experience with Healthcare and Life Sciences projects (preferred)
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office
• Familiarity with plumbing codes, NFPA standards, and healthcare design guidelines
• Strong work ethic, excellent written and oral communication, and time‑management skills
• Interpersonal and organizational skills, and ability to balance personal and professional life

Compensation

The expected base salary range is $120,000 - $145,000 USD per year, plus performance‑based bonuses. Eligible for a comprehensive U.S. benefits package.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.

Additional Information

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